Utilization of Telecommunications/ICTs for Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Response
Final Report [Question 5/2]
This report consists of two parts. The first part focuses on the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) for disaster communications management, approaches and systems available to increase redundancy and resiliency of ICTs. It provides a review and analysis of a range of technology and policy case studies presented by Administrations and organizations regarding implementation of ICTs during all disaster phases. The second part of this report provides an Emergency Communications Checklist outlining the types of activities and expected decision points that could be considered for inclusion in a National Disaster Communications Plan.
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Preface
ITU Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) study groups provide a neutral contribution-driven platform where experts from governments, industry and academia gather to produce practical tools, useful guidelines and resources to address development issues. Through the work of the ITU-D study groups, ITU-D members study and analyse specific task-oriented telecommunication/ICT questions with an aim to accelerate progress on national development priorities.
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